Aqua by Perry Ellis
Men 2012
Description
Aqua by Perry Ellis is an aromatic aquatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2012, this composition features lime and bergamot in the top notes; sea water, lavender, and cilantro in the heart; and woody notes, musk, and ambergris in the base.
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Key notes
- Top lime
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Heart
Sea Water
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Base
woody notes
Community
214 votes
- Positive 74%
- Negative 14%
- Neutral 12%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
629 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Like it
214 votes
Season
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224 votes
Time of day
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142 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Aqua
Aqua by Perry Ellis is an aromatic aquatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2012, this composition features lime and bergamot in the top notes; sea water, lavender, and cilantro in the heart; and woody notes, musk, and ambergris in the base.
Flowers Green, herbal and fougère Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic
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How it wears
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
143 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Intimate
162 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
105 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
104 votes
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ShiseidoTactics
Not the first time I’ve tried it in the store but this time I applied a good amount of liquid to my skin. Its projection and trail are low something common nowadays. The scent doesn’t stand out; it’s very common among fragrances of this style which is a negative point. But there are three things I do like: 1) Based on prices I’ve seen online it seems to have a relatively lower cost than competitors from other brands. 2) Regardless it’s a fresh and pleasant fragrance. 3) For lovers of aquatic and lavender notes I think it’s a good example.
ShiseidoTactics
This isn’t the first time I’ve tried it in the store, but this time I experienced it more. I applied a good amount on my skin. Its projection and trail are low, which is common nowadays. Its aroma isn’t distinctive; it’s common to many fragrances of this style, which is a point against. But I’ll mention three positive aspects: 1) Based on prices I’ve seen online, it seems to have a relatively lower cost than its competitors. 2) Regardless, it’s fresh and pleasant. 3) For lovers of aquatic and lavender notes, I think it’s a good example.
PaulY
I bought this perfume directly from a Perry Ellis store for $15. It follows the brand’s Reserve line with lavender as the most notable note. This Perry Ellis Aqua, besides the lavender, feels very aquatic, citrusy, and fresh, but it has a catch: zero longevity and projection. It’s a scent meant to be smelled right up against the skin, so I can’t recommend it. I finished the 100ml bottle very quickly because I overapplied it to feel its scent more; when it was done, I said goodbye and never again.
daniel M
I just finished this fragrance and I must say that, if it had better longevity and projection, it would be one of the best summer scents I’ve tried… It has a very refreshing scent that revives you after a shower and works great on hot days, but you have to overapply if you want to extend its duration… This fragrance can remind you of the freshness of the waves and gives you life, but only for an hour or maybe two if you’re lucky.
daniel M
Just finished this fragrance and if it lasted longer and projected better it would be one of the best summer scents I’ve tried. It has a super fresh smell that wakes you up after a shower and looks great on hot days only you have to apply more if you want it to last this fragrance can remind you of the freshness of the waves and give you life but only for an hour or maybe a couple if you’re lucky
VEKA DE PRIMO
Exquisite fresh and clean scent at first like a man just out of the shower. It’s very versatile: starts off energetic and alert focused then gradually turns romantic and intense. I gifted it to my partner and I never get tired of smelling it. For me Perry Ellis is one of the brands with the best longevity but this one specifically has very poor projection and fades way too quickly :/
VEKA DE PRIMO
Exquisite fresh and clean scent at the beginning smells like a man just out of the shower. It’s very versatile: starts energetic and alert but becomes romantic and intense over time. I gifted it to my partner and I never get tired of smelling it. For me Perry Ellis has the best longevity of all its fragrances but this one specifically has very poor projection and lasts very little.
alegleason
This perfume feels very off to me, very linear, not standout, just another one of the fresh crowd. The bottle is nice. It opens with green and citrus notes and settles into marine notes at the base; it never gives you a headache or gets overwhelming, so it stays consistent. Good gift for a young or athletic adult. Moderate-to-low projection and the same for duration.
Rodro
Perry Ellis Aqua is a perfect marine citrus scent for everyday wear. It might be my most versatile option, though I’m not sure if it’s the best. So far, it smells like that discontinued Giorgio Armani Armani Mania. Lasts 5-6 hours on my skin, projects for about an hour, and leaves a moderate to low trail. Costs between $50 and $70. Would I recommend it? Yes. Cheers.
Mayoral
Perry Ellis Aqua, what a pity regarding the performance. It’s a perfect fragrance for feeling light, but it doesn’t last at all; it’s literally just water. I love its accord and harmony; it’s a super light mix of splashes of Davidoff Cool Water and the incredible coriander from my legendary Rabanne XS. What a shame about that poor longevity.
Rodro
Aqua de Perry Ellis: a citrus marine scent ideal for everyday wear one of the most reliable I have if not the best. So far it reminds me of the discontinued Armani Mania by Giorgio Armani. Notes: Longevity 5-6 hours Projection 1 hour Sillage moderate to low Price varies between $50 and $70. Do I recommend it? Yes. Cheers.
Alex Hernández
What a refreshing scent! The first time I tried it in the store, once it dried, it seemed pleasant, like jelly… It’s fresh, clean, and citrusy. Very good for the office or air-conditioned places, suitable for any season. It lasts me over 4 hours. It came with a deodorant, and together they make a great combination.
Alex Hernández
What a freshness! When I tried it in the store once it dried down it reminded me of gelatin something pleasant and clean with citrus notes. Ideal for the office or air-conditioned indoor spaces works for any season. It lasts me more than 4 hours. I bought it with a deodorant and the combination works wonderfully.
Snipermexik
⚠️DO NOT BUY⚠️ There’s not much to say. It smells rich and fresh, citrusy. It cost me $9, but it doesn’t last more than 30 minutes. Even if you apply a lot or on clothes, it’s hard to detect. It’s cheap and smells good, but it lasts nothing. ⚠️Don’t buy it⚠️
wildkatzen
It’s very pleasant, fresh, clean, and marine. It could be a lighter, more refreshing version of Cool Water Summer, but it lacks all-day fixation. It fulfills the purpose of enjoying the moment and knowing you smell good.
Jaime Ramírez
It smells very similar to Esika’s Kalos Sport and Lbel’s Bleu Intense, but it lasts very little on the skin. The Aqua Extreme by Perry Ellis is much better.